Question

If 34 oranges cost 360 naira, find the cost of 3 oranges

Answer 1

Given,

34 oranges = Rs. 360

3 oranges = Rs. ?

so, 360:34::x:3

360/34 = x/ 3

do cross multiplication

360 × 3= 34x

1080 = 34x

1080 / 34= x

31.76 = x

thus cost of 3 oranges equals 31.76 (approx.)